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EV terminology

Abbreviation for electric vehicle.

Measurement of the rate at which energy is being generated (charging) or consumed (driving). Generally, the higher the number, the faster the charge. The onboard charger on your Audi e-tron will dictate how many kilowatts can be used for charging.

Measurement of the amount of energy available or total energy capacity.

A form of electrical power marked by a varying voltage and current. It reverses direction at a specific rate (in Canada, at 60 times per second, also known as hertz, or Hz. The Canadian grid operates on 60Hz cycles).  AC power is the kind that is delivered from the grid, into homes, and ultimately made available at a domestic wall receptacle. The electric motors on Audi e-tron EVs also use AC power in their operation.

A form of electrical power marked by a constant voltage and current. It flows in a constant direction. DC power is used by batteries to store energy and supply power to a suitable device. The e-tron uses sophisticated power electronics to convert electricity between AC and DC as needed by the motors and the battery at any given time.

Level 1 uses 120V. This is the slowest form of charging and is suited more for emergencies than for regular use. On the e-tron, it takes approximately 100 hours* to recharge the battery using a Level 1 charger. 

Level 2 uses 240V. This is the most common form of charging. The e-tron comes standard with a charging unit capable of either 120 or 240V. On a Level 2 charger, at 9.6 kW, the battery recharge time takes approximately 10 hours.* Using the Audi charging system requires a NEMA 14-50 receptacle to be installed by a certified electrician at your place of residence or wherever you plan to charge. The e-tron charging system requires a dedicated circuit capable of supporting a 40-amp continuous load. In order to ensure your home is equipped, we suggest that those living in condominiums, townhouses, or other residential-type buildings contact their housing/condo boards to ensure that: a) an EV charging unit can be installed at your location, and b) there is enough power to supply and fulfill your charging requirements. 

Level 3 is also known as a “DC Fast Charging” charging unit. This level is typically only found at public charging stations. It uses much higher voltage and amperage to deliver more charging power directly to the vehicle’s battery. With the Audi e-tron, charging time to 80% is roughly 30 minutes when using a 150 kW Level 3 charger. 


*Estimated charging times are provided as a reference only. Actual charging times will vary based on battery state of charge, driving behavior, battery condition, current, resistance, and ambient temperature, available voltage, and charging frequency. See FAQ under "Charging".

Driving Electric

Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV or EV): A vehicle that uses electric motors as its only source of power. It stores energy in a battery and gets recharged using an electrical outlet at home or by plugging into a public charging station. BEVs (or EVs) rely exclusively on the battery and electric motors to operate.

Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV): A vehicle that uses both a battery and electric motor, as well as a traditional gasoline engine. If the vehicle’s battery runs low, the engine automatically turns on to continue driving. The vehicle’s battery can be charged using an electrical outlet, charging station or, in certain situations, is recharged using the vehicle’s engine.

Mild hybrid: A vehicle that runs solely using engine power but has the ability to save energy by turning off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and, in turn, using the stored energy to power auxiliary features. Mild hybrids do not plug in.

When you apply the brakes, energy is created and converted  to electric energy which is sent to the vehicle’s battery. While you won’t fully charge your e-tron by braking, regenerative braking will add some power to your battery while helping extend range.

One-pedal driving is using motor regeneration to slow the vehicle down, rather than a brake pedal. The brake pedal must still be used, but in many situations speed can be modulated by just using the accelerator pedal. Using the paddles on the steering wheel, the amount of “engine braking” can be adjusted. On the highest setting, the vehicle slows quite significantly when the throttle/accelerator pedal isn’t pushed. This allows you to accelerate and slow the vehicle simply based on using one foot on the accelerator pedal. When the electric motor is slowing the vehicle, it is also charging the battery, which can help increase range.

Obviously, being a battery-operated electric vehicle, the e-tron is helping reduce emissions by not burning gasoline while driving, but there are quite a few other ways that Audi and e-tron vehicles are helping to be more ecologically friendly. The production facility in Brussels, Belgium where e-tron model range is produced has been certified as net carbon-neutral since 2018.*


*Certification provided by Vinçotte.  Based on partial reduction of emissions through use of renewable energy, in addition to purchased carbon offsets.

Costs can vary based on your individual home and its current electrical system setup. Audi e-tron EVs come with a portable charging unit for home use, however, to improve charging speed, it’s highly recommended that you have a 240V outlet installed outside your home, which the charger is compatible with.

Refer to your owner’s manual and EV charger manual for proper use. Consult with a qualified electrician regarding charger installation and always adhere to local building codes.

No. Audi vehicles do not have an automated mode. Audi has been developing driver assistance features to help improve the ease of the driving experience for years. In fact, Audi adaptive cruise control debuted in 2006. The following features allow for the vehicle to help control the driving experience: Audi active lane assist and Audi adaptive cruise assist with Traffic Jam assist.

While these features help the driver, they are not intended to be a substitute for attentive driving. Safety is of utmost importance to Audi, and we believe that the infrastructure and technology is not yet developed and tested to support fully automated driving without risking the safety of you, your passengers, pedestrians, or others on the road.

Driver Assistance features are not substitutes for attentive driving. See owner’s manual for further details, and important limitations.

Yes, depending on how heavy it is. Audi e-tron SUVs and Sportbacks are capable of towing up to 4,000 lb.

Maximum tow rating when properly equipped with towing accessories. Vehicle load, other accessories and options may reduce maximum towing capacity. See vehicle owner's manual for details.

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